2013 Texas and Houston deaths

By Compiled by Andy Warren

on December 26, 2013 1:12 PM

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Then-Republican candidate for Harris County District Attorney Mike Anderson and his wife, Devon Anderson, attend the election watch party May 29, 2012. He died of cancer Aug. 31 and his widow has filled his post. less

Then-Republican candidate for Harris County District Attorney Mike Anderson and his wife, Devon Anderson, attend the election watch party May 29, 2012. He died of cancer Aug. 31 and his widow has filled his ... more

Houston folk artist Cleveland Turner, known commonly as "The Flower Man," was all smiles at his new Third Ward home where volunteers gathered by Project Rowhouses helped apply very bright yellow paint and other fix-up jobs on Sept. 6, 2003. He died Dec. 1. less

Houston folk artist Cleveland Turner, known commonly as "The Flower Man," was all smiles at his new Third Ward home where volunteers gathered by Project Rowhouses helped apply very bright yellow paint and other ... more

Former hand surgeon Michael Brown returns to the courtroom for the 309th District Court on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, in Houston. Brown appeared in court regarding a civil dispute with Rachel Brown, his fourth wife, who is currently engaged in ongoing divorce proceedings with Brown. ( Andrew Richardson / Houston Chronicle ) less

Former hand surgeon Michael Brown returns to the courtroom for the 309th District Court on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, in Houston. Brown appeared in court regarding a civil dispute with Rachel Brown, his fourth ... more

An American and Texas flag fly side by side Friday, May 31, 2013, in West, Texas, atop the destroyed remains of the fertilizer plant that exploded almost two months ago killing 15 and injuring 200. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) less

An American and Texas flag fly side by side Friday, May 31, 2013, in West, Texas, atop the destroyed remains of the fertilizer plant that exploded almost two months ago killing 15 and injuring 200. (AP ... more

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An American and Texas flag fly side by side Friday, May 31, 2013,... Photo-4895991.76729 - Houston Chronicle

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James Street
August 2, 1948 – Sept. 30, 2013

The former Texas quarterback was a backup who took over the UT wishbone offense in 1968. He led the Longhorns to the 1969 national title, winning 20 straight games, including the 15-14 victory over Arkansas in 1969 dubbed the “Game of the Century” followed by a season-capping Cotton Bowl win against Notre Dame. Street was also a standout pitcher, posting a 29-8 record for Texas that included a perfect game (1970 vs. Texas Tech) and no-hitter (1969 vs. SMU). He died of a heart attack at his home in Austin. less

James Street
August 2, 1948 – Sept. 30, 2013

The former Texas quarterback was a backup who took over the UT wishbone offense in 1968. He led the Longhorns to the 1969 national title, winning 20 straight ... more

San Antonio police officer Deckard died Friday after being shot while pursuing armed robbery suspects in the early hours of Dec. 8. Deckard, 31, the first San Antonio police officer fatally shot since 2007, was one of 13 law enforcement officers killed during 2013 in Texas, which had the most officer deaths in the nation.

San Antonio police officer Deckard died Friday after being shot while pursuing armed robbery suspects in the early hours of Dec. 8. Deckard, 31, the first San Antonio police officer fatally shot since 2007, was

After burial services for author and columnist T.R. Fehrenbach, widow Lillian Fehrenbach, is comforted by the Rt. Rev. Bill Frey at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013. Fehrenbach died this past Sunday at the age of 88. less

After burial services for author and columnist T.R. Fehrenbach, widow Lillian Fehrenbach, is comforted by the Rt. Rev. Bill Frey at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013. Fehrenbach died ... more

Jerry Russell founded the Stage West Theatre in Fort Worth. , the father of state Sen. Wendy Davis, appears on stage in Fort Worth, Texas. Russell died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, at a Fort Worth hospital following complications from surgery. He was 77. (AP Photo/The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Paul Moseley)

Jerry Russell founded the Stage West Theatre in Fort Worth. , the father of state Sen. Wendy Davis, appears on stage in Fort Worth, Texas. Russell died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, at a Fort Worth hospital

In this 1970 photo, New York Jets safety Jim Hudson poses for a photo, location not known. Hudson, who helped the team to its only NFL football Super Bowl title in 1969, has died. He was 70. The team confirmed Thursday, June 27, 2013, on its official site that Hudson died Tuesday in Austin, Texas. The cause of death was not disclosed. (AP Photo) less

In this 1970 photo, New York Jets safety Jim Hudson poses for a photo, location not known. Hudson, who helped the team to its only NFL football Super Bowl title in 1969, has died. He was 70. The team confirmed ... more

This Aug 22, 2012 photo provided by Texas A&M University shows Polo Manukainiu. Texas A&M officials say freshman NCAA college football defensive lineman Polo Manukainiu died in a rollover crash, Monday, July 29, 2013, in New Mexico during a trip home from Utah. New Mexico State Police say Gaius Vaenuku, an incoming member of the Utah football team, also died after the wreck. Manukainiu was a 19-year-old redshirt freshman. (AP Photo/Texas A&M University) less

This undated image provided by YEA Networks via Champion Management on Sunday, July 28, 2013, shows David "Kidd" Kraddick, a Texas-based radio and television personality, whose program is syndicated by YEA Networks. Kraddick, host of the "Kidd Kraddick in the Morning" show heard on dozens of U.S. radio stations, died Saturday July 27, 2013, at a charity golf event near New Orleans, a publicist said. Kraddick was 53. (AP Photo/YEA Networks via Champion Management) less

This undated image provided by YEA Networks via Champion Management on Sunday, July 28, 2013, shows David "Kidd" Kraddick, a Texas-based radio and television personality, whose program is syndicated by YEA ... more

File - In this Nov. 14, 1983 file photo, Billie Sol Estes speaks during an interview at the Big Spring Federal Prison Camp, in Big Spring, Texas. The flamboyant Texas huckster and con man has died at age 88. Hood County Sheriff Roger Deed says Estes was found dead in his home by a caregiver early Tuesday May 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Abilene Reporter-News/Don Blakley, File) less

File - In this Nov. 14, 1983 file photo, Billie Sol Estes speaks during an interview at the Big Spring Federal Prison Camp, in Big Spring, Texas. The flamboyant Texas huckster and con man has died at age 88. ... more

FILE - This is a Dec. 10, 2002 file photo of Houston homebuilder Bob Perry, posing at the sales center at one of his Houston developments. Perry died Saturday night April 14, 2013 Former Texas state Rep. Neal Jones, a close family friend, said late Sunday. He was 80. (AP Photo/Houston Chronicle, Melissa Phillip, File) less

FILE - This is a Dec. 10, 2002 file photo of Houston homebuilder Bob Perry, posing at the sales center at one of his Houston developments. Perry died Saturday night April 14, 2013 Former Texas state Rep. Neal ... more

Van Cliburn plays the Star Spangled Banner at the start of a concert series promoting the Super Bowl in Arlington, Texas, September 10, 2010. Cliburn, the legenday pianist, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013. He was 78. (Paul Moseley/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/MCT) less

Van Cliburn plays the Star Spangled Banner at the start of a concert series promoting the Super Bowl in Arlington, Texas, September 10, 2010. Cliburn, the legenday pianist, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013. He ... more

This photo provided by the City of Bryan shows Lt. Eric Wallace, who died Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, during a lodge hall fire that killed him and another colleague. Two other firefighters are recovering at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. (AP Photo/City of Bryan) less

This photo provided by the City of Bryan shows Lt. Eric Wallace, who died Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, during a lodge hall fire that killed him and another colleague. Two other firefighters are recovering at the ... more

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This photo provided by the City of Bryan shows Lt. Eric Wallace,... Photo-4211567.76729 - Houston Chronicle

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FILE - This 1998 photo provided by the NFL shows New York Giants football player Bryan Stoltenberg. Stoltenberg, an All-America offensive lineman for the Colorado Buffaloes, died Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at his home in Sugarland, Texas. He was 40. Stoltenberg recently underwent several surgeries after being in a car accident last month, the school said on its website. (AP Photo/NFL, File) NO SALES less

FILE - This 1998 photo provided by the NFL shows New York Giants football player Bryan Stoltenberg. Stoltenberg, an All-America offensive lineman for the Colorado Buffaloes, died Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at his ... more

This Jan. 1, 1970 file photo shows former President Lyndon B. Johnson congratulating University of Texas quarterback James Street and coach Darrell Royal, center, in the dressing room after the Longhorns defeated Notre Dame in the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. Street, who took over the Longhorns’ wishbone offense and led them to the 1969 national championship, has died. He was 65. Serena Fitchard of the James Street Group said Street died early Monday, Sept. 30, 2013. (AP Photo/File) less

This Jan. 1, 1970 file photo shows former President Lyndon B. Johnson congratulating University of Texas quarterback James Street and coach Darrell Royal, center, in the dressing room after the Longhorns ... more